{"product_id":"l181-peppermint-bristlenose-pleco-live-fish","title":"L181 Peppermint Bristlenose Pleco  | Live Fish","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eL181 \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(237, 74, 74);\"\u003ePepper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(89, 199, 87);\"\u003emint \u003c\/span\u003eBristlenose Pleco | Live Fish:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe L181 Peppermint Bristlenose Pleco is a beautiful freshwater catfish known for its deep black body covered in tiny, bright white spots, creating a striking peppermint-like appearance. Native to South America, this highly sought-after pleco is prized for its unique coloration, compact size, and peaceful nature. Its dark body and contrasting white markings make it a stunning addition to any freshwater aquarium. Hardy when kept in stable, well-maintained conditions, the L181 thrives in established aquariums with driftwood, caves, and plenty of hiding places. This attractive pleco is an excellent choice for aquarists looking for a unique and fascinating bottom-dwelling fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Guide – L181 Peppermint Bristlenose Pleco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Up to 4–5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 76–84°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally peaceful; suitable for community aquariums with compatible tank mates. May become territorial toward other plecos, especially when competing for caves or hiding spaces. Provide plenty of driftwood, caves, and shaded areas for shelter and security.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivorous with a preference for plant-based foods – feed high-quality sinking algae wafers, spirulina pellets, and fresh vegetables such as zucchini, cucumber, and spinach. Supplement with occasional protein-rich frozen or live foods such as bloodworms or brine shrimp. Driftwood provides additional grazing surfaces and beneficial biofilm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare guides and tips can be found on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Fish4Ever\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish4Ever's YouTube channel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Photos are a representative example of the fish you will receive and not the exact individual. Variations in size, coloration, and markings are natural and should be expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp. L181 \"Peppermint Bristlenose Pleco\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 L181 Peppermint Bristlenose Pleco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*All fish sales have an alive-on-arrival guarantee to ensure they arrive alive or your money back. Fish are only shipped on Mondays in the continental US to ensure timely delivery. 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